Annual 9/11 Flag Tribute In West Sacramento

Additional FlagsJohn Vinson's display originally started with 25 flags. It has since grown to 3,000.

Fixing the flags in a track

From above 2

From above

Guy puts in flags 2Volunteers help to install the flags.

More detail of the flags

More flags from the groundEach flag represents a victim who died in the tragedy.

On the ground

Preparing the flags to go out

Putting in more flagsThis year, Vinson added a tribute to those hurt and killed in the Boston Marathon bombings.

Setting up flags

The man behind the display"I remember how I felt that day, and I remember how I felt years later. So, I just try to keep the memory alive. You know, I really love this country and this is another way for me to give back a little," said Vinson.